Certificate IV in Disability CHC43115

Course overview

Working in the disability sector can be very rewarding and diverse, and this qualification will give you advanced skills to potentially move into a supervisory role.

The course is delivered by Open Colleges in partnership with ICM Training. It will equip you with the management qualities to supervise other employees, create frameworks for an effective workplace and assist you to empower your clients to participate in the community and seek an appropriate level of independence.

Upon successful completion of the course, you will be able to pursue various roles in a range of professional disability services, including group homes and respite centres.

We recommend that you have some experience working in disability or a related field before enrolling in this course.

This course is offered by Open Colleges on behalf of Integrated Care and Management Training.

Recognition

This is a nationally approved vocational course that is recognised throughout Australia

Study method

Online

Blended

In-class

Duration study load

Maximum 18 months.

Entry requirements

Education
There are no formal education entry requirements for this course.

Minimum Age
You will need to be at least 18 years old

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Work placement

The course contains a minimum of 120 hours of work placement

You will need to secure your own Work Placement, however Open Colleges can provide advice and direction through our Work Placement Support Team.

There are a number of statutory checks required by workplaces, such as a National Police Check. These may vary by state. In addition, individual workplaces may impose additional requirements on students undertaking work placement. You will be responsible for the costs of any such checks or requirements.

Your work placement will need to be completed in Australia, and you will be responsible for the costs of any travel, accommodation, statutory checks or other requirements related to your work placement.

To receive a comprehensive guide to undertaking work placement for this course, submit your details in the enquiry box on this page.

Assessment

Case Studies

Demonstrations

Logbook

Multiple Choice Questions

Presentations

Scenario-Based Question

Short-Answer Questions

Workplace Portfolio

Subjects

Core Units

HLTAAP001

Recognise healthy body systems

Work with information about the human body

Recognise and promote ways to support healthy functioning of the body

CHCDIS007

Facilitate the empowerment of people with a disability

Demonstrate commitment to empowerment for people with disability

Foster human rights

Facilitate choice and self-determination

CHCDIS002

Follow established person-centred behaviour supports

Apply a person-centred approach to minimise behaviours of concern

Review context of behaviours of concern

Provide positive behaviour support according to individualised behaviour support plan

Complete documentation

CHCCCS015

Provide individualised support

Determine support needs

Provide support services

Monitor support activities

Complete reporting and documentation

CHCCOM005

Communicate and work in health or community services

Communicate effectively with people

Collaborate with colleagues

Address constraints to communication

Report problems to supervisor

Complete workplace correspondence and documentation

Contribute to continuous improvement

And more!

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Payment options

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About Open Colleges

Open Colleges puts you at the centre of everything. As an institution, it measures its success in the success of its students. With more than 100 years of experience in distance learning, Open Colleges has the expertise in delivering education and training to individuals seeking to launch, change or accelerate their careers.

Open Colleges Australia focuses on meeting the specific needs of adult learners by delivering highly flexible, accessible and affordable learning opportunities. Its unique learning model provides you with ultimate control – to study anywhere, anytime and at your own pace. Its online campus – OpenSpace – provides you with access to learning resources, expert trainers and assessors, collaboration with other learners and a comprehensive range of support services. Open Colleges is the perfect solution for time-poor students with busy schedules, as it makes getting your qualification possible from wherever you are.